Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.6 Extended Update Support update for qatzip

1) Improper access control

EUVDB-ID: #VU72902

Risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-36369

CWE-ID: CWE-284 - Improper Access Control

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A local user can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain elevated privileges on the system.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Red Hat CodeReady Linux Builder for x86_64 - Extended Update Support: 8.6

Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server - TUS: 8.6

Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server - AUS: 8.6

Red Hat Enterprise Linux for x86_64 - Extended Update Support: 8.6

qatzip (Red Hat package): before 1.1.2-1.el8_6

External links

http://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2023:3397

Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.